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Bus from Washington DC to White Plains: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Washington DC to White Plains. Traveling by bus from Washington DC to White Plains usually takes around 9 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 227 mi (366 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $36.97 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Washington DC to White Plains?
Bus tickets for a trip from Washington DC to White Plains cost $38.48 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To save money on bus tickets and ensure availability, it's always best to book in advance.
What bus companies travel from Washington DC to White Plains?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Washington DC to White Plains. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 9h 5m | $40.48 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Washington to White Plains every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to White Plains usually start from $37.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Washington DC to White Plains
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 227 miles from Washington DC to White Plains. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Washington DC to White Plains, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Washington DC
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
White Plains
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Link to image attributionWhite Plains is in the suburb of New York City, though it counts as its own city (making it the eleventh-largest city in the state). White Plains is a vibrant restaurant and shopping hub with sights for nature lovers, like the Greenburgh Nature Center, Cranberry Lake Preserve, and Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Art enthusiasts can also visit museums and galleries, like the Neuberger Museum of Art and Kensico Dam Plaza. White Plains also has attractive outdoor areas, like Saxon Woods Park, Battle of White Plains Park, and J Harvey Turnure Memorial Park.
Since White Plains features different spots for shopping and eating, contributing to its vibrant nightlife. The city also has several sports bars, pubs, lounges and clubs, and family-friendly restaurants known to transform into bars at night. The craft beer scene is also vibrant in the city. Downtown White Plains is an entertainment district with several local stores and venues.
White Plains is a highly accessible city in New York, especially when you're traveling by bus with Greyhound, OurBus, or Adirondack Trailways. Bee-Line bus routes also serve the city, and the White Plains Railroad Station offers train services.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Washington DC?
Main departure station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
All bus stations in Washington DC:
Union Station
Where does the bus arrive in White Plains?
Main arrival station: Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave
All buses from Washington DC arrive at one main station in White Plains.
All bus stations in White Plains:
Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave
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